The Hawai‘i County Police Department reports multiple road closures in Hilo due to flooding:

Kamehameha Avenue between Pauahi Street and Ponahawai Street. Traffic is now rerouted through Bayfront Highway.

Pauahi Street between Aupuni Street and Kamehameha Avenue.

East Kawailani Street between Ho‘onani Street and Ahuna Street.

Kukila Street near Railroad Avenue.

Hawai‘i County Parks and Recreation Department reports all parks, gyms, swimming pools and community centers in Hāmākua, Hilo and Puna are closed.

A shelter has been opened at the Butler Building near the Hilo Afook Chinen Civic Auditorium for those who may need it.

Due to very dangerous flooding conditions, heavy rain and road closures, the following advisories are issued:

All residents in flood prone areas are asked to take necessary precautions and remain on alert for flooding conditions. Consider cancelling or postponing activities where possible. Do not drive unless necessary.

If you must drive, be on the alert for debris, runoffs, and ponding of water. You should expect delays, plan ahead and drive with caution as driving conditions are poor.

Do not cross fast flowing or rising water in your vehicle, or on foot.

Be aware that additional road closures may occur without notice.

UPDATE: Nov. 30, 2017, noon.

A Flash Flood Warning is now in effect for Hawai‘i County until 2:45 p.m.

At 11:48 a.m., heavy rain continued to fall over the windward
slopes of the Big Island.

Recent rain bands have been affecting
the lower elevations and are causing more significant flooding impacts to occur along the Hāmākua, Hilo and Puna areas of the island.

Additional rainfall is expected to develop over the windward slopes through the day.

Rainfall and runoff will also cause hazardous driving conditions due to ponding, reduced visibility and poor braking action.
Do not cross fast flowing or rising water in your vehicle, or on foot. Turn around, don’t drown.

This advisory may need to be extended beyond 1 p.m. if heavy rain persists.

A Flash Flood Watch is also in effect for the Big Island through 6 p.m. today.